MEDIA CONTACT press@everytown.org  New Television Ads Focused on Mobilizing Voters and Calling Out Ron Johnson As a Gun Lobby Lackey Are Part of the Seven-Figure Effort New Polling Reveals 94% of Wisconsinites Support Background Checks on All Gun Sales, 80% say Gun Violence is Important Issue When Voting MADISON — Today, Everytown for Gun Safety Victory Fund announced a new $1 million paid media campaign in Wisconsin for the 2022 midterm elections. The effort will focus on mobilizing voters and calling out Ron Johnson for being beholden to the gun lobby and his opposition to common-sense gun safety laws that makes

Hi. This is State Senator Dale Kooyenga, representing Wisconsin’s 5th Senate District. A show of bipartisanship was on display last month as the city of Milwaukee learned it had been chosen by the Republican National Committee to hosts its next convention in 2024. Milwaukee was chosen over cities such as Nashville, Salt Lake City and Pittsburgh among others. The announcement came during a joint press conference with RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. While the mayor of Milwaukee conceded he does not share the same views as many of the candidates and members that will be in

Hi, this is Senator Janis Ringhand with this week’s Democratic Radio Address. I remember as a kid getting so excited when we’d have a big storm and the power would go out.  It seemed fun to me then, but as I’ve gotten older, I look back and realize why my parents didn’t share my excitement.  It can be frightening to suddenly find you can’t rely on something that you depend on to keep you and your family safe.  Most of us assume that when we pick up the phone and call 911, someone will answer and help will soon be on the

MADISON, Wis. – New student enrollment at the main campuses within the University of Wisconsin System is its highest since at least 2018, according to preliminary estimates based on the first day of classes. The figures suggest that strategies to increase access are working and that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is waning on first-year enrollment, said UW System President Jay Rothman. “Our UW universities are the state’s biggest and best attractor of talent, and our application process is easier and more affordable,” Rothman said. “We are turning the corner on the COVID-19 pandemic, as our freshman class is

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a bipartisan group of Senators in introducing the Non-Recognition of Russian Annexation of Ukrainian Territory Act to bolster support for Ukraine and defend against efforts to force Ukraine to give up its sovereign territory. The legislation would require U.S. policy to not recognize any Russian claim of sovereignty over any portion of the internationally recognized territory of Ukraine and prohibit any federal department or agency from taking any action or extending any assistance that implies recognition of Russian claims over Ukraine. “The United States must continue standing strong with Ukraine and provide them

MADISON, Wis. — In today’s 2022 State of Education address, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly proved what many Wisconsinites already know: Wisconsin schools have seen exponential growth and improvement in recent years, and the progress can continue by ensuring every child in Wisconsin has equal access to a high quality public education. “When Wisconsin students are adequately supported and our education system is sufficiently invested in, it sets the stage for the entire state to thrive,” said Chris Walloch, executive director of A Better Wisconsin Together. “With the progressive vision unveiled today, we can get there.” Gov. Tony Evers has already

MADISON, WI – On September 22nd, Wisconsin State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jill Underly, delivered the annual State of Education Address at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Regarding this event, Rep.Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Dr. Underly’s powerful words remind us that our public school system must be protected and that we have a special duty to our school children. Her call to recognize our public schools as sites that foster democracy was refreshing, and her commitment to our student’s education is truly commendable.” “The bright young minds in Wisconsin public schools will grow to up to participate in our democracy and

Madison – On Thursday, the Secretary of the Department of Public Instruction, Jill Underly, gave her “State of Education in Wisconsin” address. The chair of the Senate Education Committee, Senator Alberta Darling, released the following statement in response: “The DPI Secretary refuses to acknowledge failure. Under her watch, too many children in our schools are failing. There was not a single acknowledgment that less than one-third of students are proficient in English or Math. Instead of accepting we have the largest achievement gap in the country, she’d rather change the definition. Despite historic funding for public education, less than one-third

MADISON — Today, Mandela Barnes slammed out-of-touch Ron Johnson for continuing to hide and dodge questions about his dangerous efforts to take away reproductive freedom. When asked whether he supported exceptions to Wisconsin’s abortion ban for rape or incest, Johnson dodged the question and said Wisconsin voters should put it to a referendum — something not currently possible without intervention from the legislature and especially disingenuous given Johnson’s long history of supporting the federal abortion bans. Instead of standing behind his own words after Governor Evers urged the legislature to call a referendum on Wisconsin’s 1894 abortion ban, Johnson dodged once again, calling the referendum a “political stunt.”  Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate

MADISON, Wisc. – Today, Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly gave a “State of Education” speech that failed to provide Wisconsin taxpayers and families any information on the actual state of education. Rather, Underly’s remarks served as a political stump speech in favor of woke policies and against the Legislature, despite the supposedly nonpartisan position. “Tony Evers has been in the driver’s seat of education for decades, but students are struggling under his tired, old leadership,” said Tim Michels. “Literacy is the foundation of all learning, but instead of making sure that kids can read, Tony Evers and Jill Underly are focused

MADISON, Wis. – Following the announcement of charges against Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation Special Agent Mark Wagner, Attorney General Kaul released the below statement. “DOJ will not be weighing in on the facts of this case as it moves through the judicial system in order to avoid having any possible impact on the outcome,” said Attorney General Kaul. “DOJ is evaluating this matter internally and will continue to do so to the extent possible without interfering with the ongoing case.” View the press release here. 

WISCONSIN: Today, the Wisconsin Working Families Party announced its endorsement of 11 candidates for State Senate and Assembly. Kelly Westlund, Wisconsin State Senate District 25, Ryan Clancy, Wisconsin State Assembly District 19, Laura Gapske, Wisconsin State Assembly District 73, Nathan Jurowski, Wisconsin State Assembly District 21, Dan Larsen, Wisconsin State Assembly District 60, Leah Spicer, Wisconsin State Assembly District 51, Jeff Smith, Wisconsin State Senate District 31, Francesca Hong, Wisconsin State Assembly District 76, Lee Snodgrass, Wisconsin State Assembly District 57, Robyn Vining, Wisconsin State Assembly District 14, Don Vruwink, Wisconsin State Assembly District District 33 “This list of endorsements

LA CROSSE, Wis. (Sept. 22, 2022) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, endorsed Derrick Van Orden for election to the United States House of Representatives to represent Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. The endorsement was announced at a campaign event hosted at NFIB member small business St. Joseph Equipment, Inc. in La Crosse. “Derrick Van Orden is a former small business owner and understands how burdensome government regulations can negatively impact a small business,” said Bill G. Smith, NFIB Wisconsin State Director. “He has pledged to focus on lessening those regulations and fighting high taxes. We